Ways to Avoid Conservatorship

Conservatorship means assets becoming public records because of the court process it goes through, and it is difficult to avoid the process when one has become mentally incapacitated.  As a result, it takes thorough planning while still mentally competent in order to avoid the complicated process and expenses of conservatorship.  There are several ways to avoid that having your asset placed by a court according to About.com.  If you title your assets jointly with someone else, the other person automatically have the authorization to access and manage bank accounts, investments, and more.  Another way to go about this is the power of attorney, either a general power of attorney, one through an advanced medical directive from your primary doctor,  or one through financial institutions.  Lastly, one of the more efficient way is through a revocable living trust. It is always important to make sure that there are specific provisions for when and if the person becomes mentally incapacitated, and that always take the time to fund the trust because anything outside the trust can be subjected to conservatorship.

With the financial side of an individual well taken care of to avoid conservatorship, the care of the incapacitated individual might still be in question.  That’s where A-1 Home Care in Malibu comes in with our quality caregivers who specialize in the field of Alzheimer Care, Parkinson Care, Bipolar Care, Incontinence Care, After Surgery Care,  Cancer Care, Post Stroke Care, Diabetic Care,  and other In Home Care for Elderly.  Not only do we serve the residence of Malibu, but we also operate in the cities of Santa Monica, Marina Del Rey, Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, Hollywood, Culver City, and other cities around Los Angeles and Orange County.  Contact us for service today, and soon you or your loved ones will be able to enjoy the dedicated and professional service from caregivers such as Letecia Evidente, Sabrina Fearence, and Noel Maninang.  

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Caregiver Service After Surgery in Malibu

Rheumatoid arthritis causes pain to many seniors and elderly, and for some, it can affect mobility of the individual due to the pain in arthritic hip or knee.  According to WebMD, when other treatments have failed to gain results in relieving pain,  hip/knee replacement surgery replaces the painful arthritic joint with an artificial joint.  So what should one expect for a rheumatoid arthritis surgery?  To reduce the risk of infection, doctors may ask you to stop some medications due to the immune suppression effect, add blood thinning drugs like aspirin a week or so before the surgery, as well as give blood in advance just in case it is needed during the surgery.  To further lower risk of infection or other complications, eating a healthy diet as well as exercise can help improve the chances after a surgery.  These are just some common recommendations that you often hear from a doctor before hip/knee replacement surgery, a more customized set of instructions may be there for you or your loved one when you are preparing for a similar procedure.

Each care professional at A-1 Home Care in Malibu is covered by liability/malpractice insurance, and are certified in CPR and First Aid for your peace of mind. Caregivers such as  Annie Leon, Rosa Millan, and Jaqueline Valerio are ready to go when your loved ones has a need, whether it is After Surgery Care, Alzheimer Care, Parkinson Care, Cancer Care, Post Stroke Care, Diabetic Care, and other In Home Care for Elderly.  For a little more than two decades, A-1 Home Care has been proudly serving the communities of Malibu, Santa Monica, Hollywood, Marina Del Rey, Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, and cities around Los Angeles and Orange County. Earning the respect of each clients we have served, we hope to have the chance to earn yours in the near future.

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Care at Home For Seniors & Elderly in Malibu

As people age, bones and joints in seniors and elderly slowly deteriorate and could lead to condition like osteoarthritis.  With the break down of cartilage covering the ends of bones, osteoarthritis is one of the common causes for the need of hip replacement.  Other reasons for the need in hip replacement, according to the NIH Senior Health website, are injuries, fractures, bone tumors, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteonecrosis.  However, hip replacement is often not the first treatment option for seniors or elderly as surgeries are often more risky at an older age.  In addition, for those elderly with Parkinson’s or condition that causes muscle weakness, the artificial hip could actually be damaged or dislocated.  So before considering surgery, consult with your doctor to see if hip replacement is right for you.

A-1 Home Care in Malibu has experience caregivers in providing care for elderly and seniors with mobility issues after hip/knee replacement, Parkinson Care, Arthritis Care, Alzheimer Care, and other at home care for elderly.  We have great standards for all our caregivers, each is required to have prior caregiving experience, and are all certified in CPR and First Aid.  For over 20 years, we have been receiving thousands of testimonials from satisfied clients from Malibu, Santa Monica, Hollywood, Marina Del Rey, Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, and cities around Los Angeles and Orange County.We have proudly earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and hope to receive your business.

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Complication from Prostate Cancer and its Treatments

According to Mayo Clinic, there are a few possibilities of complications that can occur after the initial diagnosis of prostate cancer and treatments.  Although prostate cancer is usually a slow growing cancer that can be managed and controlled if detected early, but if detected later, cancer could be on the verge of spreading to other parts of the body such as the bloodstream, lymphatic system, your bones, or other organs. Symptoms from such can range from fatigue, weakness, and weight loss.  If spread to certain body parts, it can cause the blockage of urine, and lead to kidney problems.  Bone pain and risk of fracture are also complications if the prostate cancer has spread.

There are various treatments under the standard of care for prostate cancer, and some can cause incontinence due to the treatments’ side effects.  However, this can be treated with other medications or surgery.  Because hormonal treatment is top options for advanced prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction is also common as a result of prostate cancer treatments.  But don’t be discouraged, medications, devices, and surgery are all options to treat this complication.

A-1 Home Care in Malibu treats all clients with the dignity and respect that they deserve, and all our caregivers are experienced in Cancer Care, Diabetic Care, Hospice Care, Respite Care, Incontinence Care, Parkinson Care, and other Home Care Services for Seniors.  If you live in Malibu, or surrounding areas such as Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Calabasas, Westlake Village, Van Nuys, Studio City, Thousand Oaks, and other cities in Los Angeles and Orange County, don’t hesitate to contact us about our services.  We offer free in home assessment and face to face caregiver interview, so compatibility is guaranteed.

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At Home Hospice Care in Malibu

As we grow older, we tend to have more and more responsibilities and seemingly less and less time to deal with things in a day.  If you have an aging loved ones who is diagnosed with a terminal illness and with less than 6 months to live, life simple become a chaos.  Hospice Care is for the exact situation such as this for those with 6 months of less to live.  Here is a quick overview for what Hospice Care is about from WebMD. The goal of hospice care is to make sure the terminally ill patient is living as comfortable as possible and improve the quality of life while living the remainder of the patient’s life.  From relieving pain and symptoms to psychological preparation for the unthinkable event, Hospice is helpful for not only for the patient, but for the family members as well.  Many insurance have coverages for Hospice Care, and Medicare and most Medicaid programs cover expenses from Hospice Care.  Services of Hospice Care include basic symptom control, counseling and social support, medical supplies, and guidance with difficulties dealing with life and closure.  If you have loved ones qualified for Hospice Care, don’t hesitate to inquire about such service, many people who have started wish they could have started much earlier.

A-1 Home Care in Malibu offers experienced and reliable home health caregivers for Hospice Care and Respite Care.  We are a home health care agency trusted by thousands of clients around Los Angeles, including the communities of Santa Monica, Topanga, Agoura, Encino, Pacific Palisades, Calabasas, Westlake Village, and much more.  Our care providers also have experience with Cancer Care, Diabetic Care, After Stroke Care, 24 Hour Live In Care, and other Home Health Services for Seniors.

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Caregiver Service in Malibu

We tend to slow down as we age, and daily routines might slowly become overwhelming to your aging loved ones.  There may be warning signs that your loved ones might need help at home from a caregiver.  The little things of opening a letter may seem like a little task, but if there is a pile of unopened letters, or they don’t have the personal hygiene as they once had, it may be the signs for help. Here are a few other warning signs from AgingCare.com that your parents might need help at home.

If there seems to be an abnormal amount of spoiled food in the fridge, and that your parents seem to be much more forgetful as of late, their health could be in danger from the food safety. If they are having difficulty standing up or walking, chances are much higher for them to have a fall.  Falls can be very dangerous for seniors and such warning signs should not be taken lightly.  Lastly, if the place your aging parents are living in are cluttered up more than usual and dirty, these could eventually become health hazard with falls and unwanted diseases.  Even though your parents might have these warning signs, these are simply warning signs. If there is enough support and care for them, these can be no need to worry.

A-1 Home Care in Malibu provide affordable and experienced caregivers to help our any needs of seniors.  We have home helpers, hourly in home care, arthritis care, Parkinson’s care, and others care for the elderly. Neighborhoods we cover includes Santa Monica, Huntington Beach, Pacific Palisades, Calabasas, and other cities around the Los Angeles County.

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